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Colombo.449 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Wizz Air and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Paris Beauvais on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Paris Orly.Price includes taxes and charges.From 449 €, select.
Colombo.458 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Paris Beauvais on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Paris Orly.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.
Colombo.507 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Paris Orly on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Paris Orly.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.
Colombo.530 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with AJet and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Paris Orly.Price includes taxes and charges.From 530 €, select.
Colombo.549 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Paris Beauvais on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Paris Orly.Price includes taxes and charges.From 549 €, select.
Colombo.551 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Paris Beauvais on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Paris Beauvais.Price includes taxes and charges.From 551 €, select.
Colombo.556 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Paris Beauvais on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Paris Beauvais.Price includes taxes and charges.From 556 €, select.
Colombo.556 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Wizz Air and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Paris Beauvais on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Paris Beauvais.Price includes taxes and charges.From 556 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 556 €
May
from 458 €
Jun
from 558 €
Jul
from 642 €
Aug
from 722 €
Sep
from 569 €
Oct
from 562 €
Nov
from 507 €
Dec
from 634 €
Jan
from 637 €
Feb
from 634 €
Mar
from 607 €

Direct flights from Paris to Colombo

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Paris to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found449 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time10 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week54

Finding cheap flights from Paris to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Paris to Colombo is 449 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Paris to Colombo.
Air Canada and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Paris to Colombo.
As of April 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Paris to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Colombo is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Paris, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from 449 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Paris to Colombo on Monday, 28 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Wizz Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to Colombo Ratmalana Airport is SriLankan Airlines.

Travelling from Paris to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Planning your flight from Paris to Colombo begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is where you'll be landing in Colombo.

  • The average length of a direct Paris to Colombo flight is 10 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Paris.

  • With two weekly flights between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Paris to Colombo with SriLankan Airlines at 14:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from CDG to CMB is with SriLankan Airlines at 15:05.

  • Leave enough time to catch your Paris to Colombo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Colombo

  • Score cheap Paris to Colombo flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Paris to Colombo. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Paris to Colombo.

  • Save on your Paris to Colombo flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Colombo. From CDG, you can travel directly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • Secure your Paris to Colombo plane tickets with SriLankan Airlines. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from CDG.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Paris to Colombo flights leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Paris to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Charles de Gaulle Airport:

  • 61.46% of flights leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Consider adding a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a popular stopover on a Paris to Colombo flight out of Paris Orly Airport. Use a long layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to freshen up at the airport.

  • You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Colombo, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.56%.

  • ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • BVA is around 72 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Paris to Colombo flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.

  • Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Arriving in Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CMB:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • As soon as your flight from Paris to Colombo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Paris to Paris. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Paris in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Paris to Colombo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Paris to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Colombo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Colombo, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should be on every Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Moratuwa is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without visiting Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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